Yesterday, I went into a local consignment/pre-owned clothing shop in town with Oldest Child. When we finished our purchases, OC pulled out one of the clutch shopping bags I've made, unsnapped and unfolded it, and started putting our stuff in there. The shopkeeper went, "That's so cool! Where did you get that bag?" "My mom… Continue reading Opportunity knocks
Author: susanthewritermom
My name is Susan Carsen and in addition to sewing unique, beautiful and practical handbags and totebags, I’m also a military spouse (USAF, ret), Marine mom, Latina, ADHD, multi-crafter (weaving, loom-knitting, needlepoint, and cross-stitch), & retired romance author.
Aaaah, that’s better
There. That's what my desk is supposed to look like. Space to maneuver and use the things I need. Along the top: My planner and notebook off to the left. My fidget toy and mini Slinky. The textbook I'm using for my self-guided study of Folklore and Mythology. I have an article to read over… Continue reading Aaaah, that’s better
Out sick
Yeah, fun way to start the New Year. My mother and I both came down with something unpleasant on Jan 2 and I only just got back on my feet yesterday. Thankfully, it seems like I rested enough that being out and about running all the necessary errands didn't knock me out early, but I… Continue reading Out sick
Goals…ick
I know, I know. My previous post is titled "A Visual Goal," but really? I'm not much of a goal setter. I used to be. Back when I thought if I could just get my poop in a pile, my life would be so much better! I'd be smarter and thinner and kinder and prettier.… Continue reading Goals…ick
A visual goal
One of my goals for 2026 is to be more intentional about taking photos for the website, and improving my photo quality. I figure the more I do it, the better I get, right? Practice makes perfect. Or at least good enough to not be embarrassed, which is a solid bar to reach. In that… Continue reading A visual goal
Loom Blossom 